Elementary Art Teacher - Inspire Curious K-5 Learners

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Burnsville Education Association Contr

Job summary

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District 191 in Minnesota is seeking an Elementary Art Specialist to inspire K-5 students by implementing the Minnesota Standards for the Arts and fostering creativity across the learning day.

This 1.0 FTE teaching position begins for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must hold a K-12 Visual Arts license, have elementary teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to cross-cultural education and student growth.

Qualifications

• K-12 Visual Arts license required.
• Elementary teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working cross-culturally and commitment to cultural competence.

Responsibilities

• The Art Specialist works with students K-5 in implementing the Minnesota Standards for the Arts.
• Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
• Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
• Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
• Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
• Prepare students to meet "the next challenge" through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
• Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
• Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
• Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Education

K-12 Visual Arts license

Elementary teaching experience

Experience working cross-culturally

Job description

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District 191 in Minnesota is seeking an Elementary Art Specialist to inspire K-5 students by implementing the Minnesota Standards for the Arts and fostering creativity across the learning day.

This 1.0 FTE teaching position begins for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must hold a K-12 Visual Arts license, have elementary teaching experience, and demonstrate a commitment to cross-cultural education and student growth.